Program Overview
The Classical Archaeology (course-based) at University of Alberta is a MA programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Classical Archaeology (course-based) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: CAD 9,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,540 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Edmonton, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Classical Archaeology (course-based) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Greek/roman Mythology
- Intro To Ancient Greece
- Intro To Ancient Rome
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants are normally required to have completed a\nfour-year baccalaureate degree, or its academic equivalent, from an academic\ninstitution recognized by the University of Alberta
- An admission grade point average of 3 on most 4-point\ngrading systems or B on most letter grading systems, based on your most recent\ntwo years of full time study (or equivalent) is required.
- Statement of research interests
- Previous work experience in the field
- Educational tests such as the Graduate Record Examination\n(GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Miller Analogies Test
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English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 9,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,540 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 9,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,540 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Alberta directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada
public research university in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
